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#1 #1 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Langston University Langston, OK Each year, Langston University awards around 44 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 760–1,040 Median Starting Salary $48,377
#2 #2 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Baker College Owosso, MI Each year, Baker College grants about 140 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 960–1,160 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#3 #3 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI At Lake Superior State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,340 Median Starting Salary $51,918
#4 #4 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Glenville State University Glenville, WV Each year, Glenville State University grants about 36 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 870–1,090 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#5 #5 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Jackson College Jackson, MI At Jackson College, only one major is offered: Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#6 #6 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto Salida, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto grants about 18 degrees to students majoring in Medical/Clinical Assistant, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Electrician, Corrections, and Pharmacy Technician/Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#7 #7 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster Lancaster, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster grants around 8 degrees to students majoring in Corrections, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#8 #8 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. North Central State College Mansfield, OH At North Central State College, only one major is offered: Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#9 #9 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula Temecula, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula, the three most popular college majors students study are Surgical Technology/Technologist, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, and Electrician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#10 #10 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Holmes Community College Goodman, MS Annually, Holmes Community College grants about 128 degrees to those majoring in Pre-Nursing Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 850–1,080 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#11 #11 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno Fresno, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno awards about 41 degrees to students studying Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#12 #12 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia, only three majors are offered: Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Dental......view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#13 #13 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston, MS At Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#14 #14 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Antonio College San Antonio, TX At San Antonio College, only one major is offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Usually, 20 students are awarded a degree in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse annually. view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#15 #15 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Johnstown, PA At Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Business/Commerce, General, and Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder. In fact, Pennsylvania Highlands Community College grants 68 degrees annually to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#16 #16 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#17 #17 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia Hesperia, CA Every year, San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia grants about 9 degrees to those studying Medical/Clinical Assistant, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#18 #18 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Imperial Valley College Imperial, CA Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#19 #19 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Chaffey College Rancho Cucamonga, CA At Chaffey College, only two majors are offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#20 #20 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-San Leandro Campus San Leandro, CA At Carrington College-San Leandro Campus, only two majors are offered: Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#21 #21 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mid-State Technical College Wisconsin Rapids, WI At Mid-State Technical College, only three majors are offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician, and......view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#22 #22 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Austin Community College District Austin, TX At Austin Community College District, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Programming/Programmer, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#23 #23 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lemoore College Lemoore, CA Annually, Lemoore College grants around 230 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#24 #24 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. College of the Sequoias Visalia, CA Annually, the College of the Sequoias grants around 585 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#25 #25 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Every year, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City grants about 1209 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#26 #26 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Fresno City College Fresno, CA At Fresno City College, only one major is offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#27 #27 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Moraine Park Technical College Fond du Lac, WI At Moraine Park Technical College, only one major is offered: Tool and Die Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#28 #28 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Northeast Community College Norfolk, NE Annually, Northeast Community College awards around 43 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#29 #29 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH At Lorain County Community College, only one major is offered: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#30 #30 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA At Rio Hondo College, only one major is offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#31 #31 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Southwestern College Chula Vista, CA At Southwestern College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#32 #32 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus Gallup, NM At the University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus, the most popular majors students study are General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#33 #33 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus Los Lunas, NM Every year, the University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus awards about 29 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#34 #34 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-San Jose San Jose, CA At Carrington College-San Jose, the three most popular college majors students study are Dental Assisting/Assistant, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#35 #35 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Delta College Stockton, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#36 #36 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario Ontario, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Electrician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#37 #37 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Delta College University Center, MI At Delta College, only one major is offered: Welding Technology/Welder. Usually, 51 students receive a degree in Welding Technology/Welder annually. view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#38 #38 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Reedley College Reedley, CA At Reedley College, only one major is offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#39 #39 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Montcalm Community College Sidney, MI At Montcalm Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Photography. In fact, Montcalm Community College awards 79 degrees annually to Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#40 #40 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Yuba College Marysville, CA At Yuba College, the three most popular college majors students study are Biological and Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Yuba College awards 478 degrees per year to Biological and Physical Sciences majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#41 #41 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria Santa Maria, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria, the most popular majors students study are Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician/Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#42 #42 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Merritt College Oakland, CA Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#43 #43 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Coalinga College Coalinga, CA Every year, Coalinga College grants about 149 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biological and Physical Sciences, Crop Production, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#44 #44 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. SUNY Westchester Community College Valhalla, NY Every year, SUNY Westchester Community College awards about 310 degrees to those majoring in Humanities/Humanistic Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,090–1,260 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#45 #45 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH At Sinclair Community College, only one major is offered: Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#46 #46 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mountain Empire Community College Big Stone Gap, VA At Mountain Empire Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#47 #47 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Wytheville Community College Wytheville, VA At Wytheville Community College, only one major is offered: Construction Trades, General. Typically, 13 students receive a degree in Construction Trades, General every year. view more Acceptance Rate 17% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#48 #48 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Hill College Hillsboro, TX Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#49 #49 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Clark State College Springfield, OH At Clark State College, only one major is offered: Engineering/Industrial Management. Typically, 3 students are awarded a degree in Engineering/Industrial Management every year. view more Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#50 #50 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Muskegon Community College Muskegon, MI Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#51 #51 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#52 #52 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Solano Community College Fairfield, CA At Solano Community College, only one major is offered: Biomedical Technology/Technician. Usually, 22 students are awarded a degree in Biomedical Technology/Technician every year. view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#53 #53 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Madera Community College Madera, CA At Madera Community College, only two majors are offered: Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#54 #54 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park, MN Every year, North Hennepin Community College awards around 224 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#55 #55 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Central Arizona College Coolidge, AZ Annually, Central Arizona College awards about 193 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, and Biological and Physical Sciences....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#56 #56 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Citrus College Glendora, CA At Citrus College, only one major is offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#57 #57 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. De Anza College Cupertino, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#58 #58 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Grossmont College El Cajon, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#59 #59 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Sierra College Rocklin, CA At Sierra College, the most popular majors students study are Social Sciences, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Biological and Physical Sciences. In fact, Sierra College grants 537 degrees annually to Social Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#60 #60 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA At Bakersfield College, only one major is offered: Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#61 #61 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Nicolet Area Technical College Rhinelander, WI Annually, Nicolet Area Technical College awards around 70 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#62 #62 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Cayuga County Community College Auburn, NY At Cayuga County Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Humanities/Humanistic Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#63 #63 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Danville Area Community College Danville, IL Annually, Danville Area Community College grants about 107 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#64 #64 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#65 #65 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Taft College Taft, CA Every year, Taft College grants about 86 degrees to those majoring in Biological and Physical Sciences, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#66 #66 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Clackamas Community College Oregon City, OR At Clackamas Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#67 #67 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. SUNY Broome Community College Binghamton, NY At SUNY Broome Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, SUNY Broome Community College grants 103 degrees every year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#68 #68 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Contra Costa College San Pablo, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#69 #69 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Los Angeles Trade Technical College Los Angeles, CA At Los Angeles Trade Technical College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#70 #70 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. McLennan Community College Waco, TX At McLennan Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and General Studies. In fact, McLennan Community College grants 628 degrees every year to Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#71 #71 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids, MI At Grand Rapids Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#72 #72 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Oakland Community College Auburn Hills, MI At Oakland Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#73 #73 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Cuyahoga Community College District Cleveland, OH Each year, Cuyahoga Community College District awards about 1036 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#74 #74 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Cabrillo College Aptos, CA Every year, Cabrillo College awards about 726 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#75 #75 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Golden West College Huntington Beach, CA Annually, Golden West College grants about 1350 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
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About Corrections

Corrections programs prepare individuals to study the theories and principles, of correctional science and to function as professional corrections officers and other workers in public and/or private incarceration facilities.

For all the 704 degrees awarded in Corrections per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Out of the 411 students graduating with degrees at the Associates degree level across the US, 36% percent identify as men and 64% percent identify as women. While students at schools all over the US study Corrections, California has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Corrections is $40,800.

Popularity of Corrections Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

For Corrections majors, some of the most in demand careers include Correctional Officers and Jailers, First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives and First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers. Not only that, Corrections graduates may land a top paying job, such as First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives or First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Corrections majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Corrections majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

411

Female Students

263 (63%)

Male Students

148 (36%)

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